A fleet of boat ambulances operating on Lakes Victoria, Albert and Kyoga is delivering life-saving healthcare to remote island communities in Uganda, according to a report by John Musenze. Funded by Gavi, the vessels provide emergency evacuations and outreach vaccination services, reaching residents who would otherwise lack access to medical care. The report highlights operations on Koome Island, where the boats have become a critical lifeline for islanders in need of urgent treatment and routine immunisation.

Uganda's Capital Markets Authority on Tuesday launched its year-long 30th anniversary programme at a press conference held at the Uganda Media Centre. Finance Minister Henry Musasizi attended the event and called on the regulator to take on a bigger role in driving the country's economic growth, according to Business Times. The celebrations will run throughout the year as the authority marks three decades of overseeing Uganda's capital markets.

Ugandan singer Michael Kitanda is set to headline the Old School RnB and Friends experience, an event celebrating classic RnB music, according to BigEye. The publication describes the nostalgic appeal of old-school RnB, noting how familiar songs can unite audiences in collective sing-alongs. Further details about the event's date, venue, and supporting performers were not provided in the available report. The story was first published by BigEye.UG.

Ugandan singer Lydia Jazmine held her long-awaited 'The One and Only' concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval in Kampala on Friday, drawing a large crowd. According to BigEye, the event featured glamorous entrances, a fireworks display, and an unexpected technical glitch during the performance. Despite the hiccup, the outlet described the night as having all the ingredients of a memorable concert, with fans turning out in force to support the artist's headline show.

Ugandan golfer Rugumayo has won the Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Open at Uganda Golf Club, becoming the first Ugandan to claim the title since 2014, according to The Independent Uganda. His victory, described as a putting masterclass, ended a long winless streak for home players. The report notes the win came as the Toro Kingdom mourns the passing of its king, adding emotional weight to the triumph by the 'son of Toro' in Kampala.